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September 3, 2013

Former Congressional aide hired by the CREDC

The new manager of investor relations for the Columbia River Economic Development Council worked three years as the district director for U.S. Sen. Maria Cantwell. Kimberly Pincheira served in a similar capacity for former Congressman Brian Baird. "She brings a wealth of relationships and experience with local businesses and governments which will be important to our organization," CREDC Board Chair Bill Dudley said regarding Pincheira.

August 27, 2013
Principal and Creative Director Heather Jordan, Design Strategist Jung Ie Han, and Lead Design Strategist William Matheny (left to right) are part of the creative team at D. Studio 21, Inc., in downtown Washougal. The marketing and advertising agency has relocated from southwest Portland to 1887 Main. Jordan said she appreciates the high ceiling, large windows and natural light in suite 201.

D. Studio 21, Inc. provides marketing, advertising services

A marketing and advertising agency has relocated from southwest Portland to downtown Washougal. As a new resident of Washougal, I wanted to live and work in the same community," said Heather Jordan, principal and creative director of D. Studio 21, Inc. The visual communications agency creates brand promotions for fortune 500 companies and local start-ups. "I help companies and organizations authentically communicate their brand message to build loyal communities -- otherwise known as a consumer base," Jordan said. "Common values and needs bring people together. I facilitate this natural attraction through my strategic use of visual design." For more information, call 210-5316, email [email protected] or visit www.dstudio21.com.

August 27, 2013
Lacamas Community Credit Union recently opened its newest branch, located at 6725 N.E. 42nd St., in Vancouver. The Andresen Financial Center is the credit union's northwestern-most location.

LCCU opens new center in Vancouver

Lacamas Community Credit Union, founded in Camas in 1936, has opened its Andresen Financial Center in Vancouver. It is the credit union's northwestern-most location. The Andresen Financial Center has garnered attention for its customized Opteva ATMs built by Diebold, which feature deposit automation and concierge services. At the self-service ATMs, members can complete envelope-free cash and check deposits, as well as traditional cash withdrawals. The Andresen Financial Center features three lobby ATMs during business hours and two more ATMs outdoors in drive-up lanes available 24/7. Within Lacamas' newest concierge-style facility, staff guide members to appropriate areas to fulfill their financial service needs. For more advanced needs, staff can assist members directly.

August 20, 2013

Awards will honor people with disabilities

The Clark County Developmental Disabilities Advisory Board, in partnership with the Greater Vancouver Chamber of Commerce and New Seasons Market, is accepting nominations until 5 p.m. Friday, Sept. 6, for the National Disability Employment Awareness Community Awards. The Clark County Community Awards honor the role people with developmental disabilities play in achieving a dynamic, productive workforce and recognize the leadership of the business community.

August 20, 2013

New hire joins Temple Financial in Camas

Temple Financial in downtown Camas recently hired a new employee. Phil Fraser will head up the company's risk management division, focusing on life and health insurance planning.

August 20, 2013

Ginger Juice to host taste testing Thursday in downtown Camas

A smoothie and juice bar will soon open at 1887 Main, in downtown Washougal. Ginger Juice is expected to open in late September. Prior to that, there will be a "taste testing" event Thursday, Aug. 22, at 6:30 p.m., at Camas Friends Church, 1004 N.E. Fourth Ave.

August 20, 2013

Regents Bank hires Camas woman

A Camas resident has been hired as the vice president senior relationship manager of Regents Bank. Glenda Michael has been a banker for 34 years in the Portland/Southwest Washington region, most recently with First Independent Bank, in Vancouver.

August 15, 2013

Camas resident sells office supplies

A former Liberty Middle School football coach has launched a campaign to focus on local businesses through his office supplies company. Ty Lambert owns The Office Group, an online business. He sells ink and toner, office furniture, and cleaning and school supplies.